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An iPhone app that alerts you how to manage powerEconomic Times
A team at the University of Arkansas and the University of San Francisco, led by an Indian-origin computer science researcher, has developed an iPhone automated energy-management system that monitors energy generation and consumption in off-grid and grid-tied homes that use solar energy or wind power. Read more »

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service operates a cabin at Galbraith Lake, Alaska, that is well above the Arctic Circle, north of the Brooks Range, and near the Gates of the Arctic National Park. Because of the remote location, a small wind turbine provides on-site power.

Patrick Boonstra of Ahtna Engineering Services was involved in the installation of the Southwest Windpower Whisper wind turbine. Read more »

CEO of Southwest Windpower’s recently acquired SunWind Solutions, Brad Van Orden, was asked to do an interview with Enterprise Features regarding the growing roll of data analysis in energy cost reduction. The following are some of the questions discussed: Read more »

It has been a good two years for the Guthrie family. Founders of Growing Harmony Farms, Gary and Nancy Guthrie run a small but productive community-supported agriculture (CSA) program in Nevada, Iowa.

Cultivating on less than two acres of land, the couple harvested nearly 21,000 pounds of fresh produce this past season. The produce is distributed among the 74 members of the CSA with extra carrots, garlic and sweet potatoes headed to local restaurants and natural food stores. Read more »

If you're planning to install a Southwest Windpower Skystream, your local authorized dealer will work with you to determine the best tower option and optimum siting, or location on your property.

Proper siting of your turbine is critical to the performance and longevity of your investment. It will extend the system’s lifespan while decreasing the likelihood of future maintenance. Poor siting in excessively turbulent conditions may cause fatigue to the turbine and/or tower, which can damage and shorten your generator’s working life. Read more »

WindMade label for companies makes U.S. debutUSA Today
WindMade, the first global consumer label for companies using wind energy, made its U.S. debut in New York City on Wednesday June 15, designated as Global Wind Day. The concept would create a standard that requires participating companies to source at least 25 percent of their electricity demand from wind power. The idea is that the standard would give companies an extra incentive to green their electricity portfolios. Read more »

Southwest Windpower is making personal wind energy generation more accessible to consumers throughout the United States with the Skystream Install Program. Through the program, our award winning Skystream 3.7 personal wind turbine is now available for purchase at select Home Depot stores in Texas, Nevada, Idaho, Utah, Wyoming and most recently, California, with hopes to expand to windy locations throughout the country. See below for a complete list of Home Depot Stores carrying Skystream. Read more »